1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1956 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 950 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1956 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
| Model | DB3 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
